Lee Jin-gwan

Lee Jin-gwan is a judge at the Seoul Central District Court in South Korea. He is newsworthy for presiding over the trial of former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo. Han was found guilty of insurrection related to his role in aiding and abetting a declaration of martial law under the former President Yoon Suk-yeol administration. This martial law briefly suspended civilian rule. Judge Lee Jin-gwan delivered the verdict, sentencing Han Duck-soo to 23 years in prison. He stated that the former Prime Minister had “disregarded his duty and responsibility as prime minister until the very end.” The case is significant due to its implications for accountability regarding actions taken during the controversial martial law declaration and its impact on South Korea's political landscape.